Schools in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, will be closed on August 7 due to an Orange Alert for heavy rainfall. The district administration ordered the closure of all schools and Anganwadi centers. This decision aims to ensure student safety amidst intense monsoon activity. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has placed disaster management teams on high alert.
State-wide School Holiday Updates
No nationwide school holiday is declared for August 7. Decisions on school closures are made by local district administrations based on weather conditions.
Uttarakhand
Dehradun schools are closed. Other districts may issue advisories. Parents should check local notifications.
Kerala
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued Orange Alerts for several Kerala districts. Local authorities may announce school or college holidays. Students must verify district-specific announcements.
Delhi-NCR
Intermittent rainfall continues in Delhi and surrounding NCR areas. No general school holiday has been announced. Schools will operate normally unless local authorities issue separate orders.
Other States
Schools in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Gujarat will generally remain open. Local district collectors or authorities may issue weather-related orders if conditions worsen.
IMD Rain Alert
The IMD forecasts active monsoon conditions for the coming days. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in Uttarakhand, Kerala, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Delhi-NCR. Residents in vulnerable areas should exercise caution due to potential flooding, landslides, and traffic disruptions.
Checking for Updates
Parents and students are advised to regularly check official websites of their respective district administrations and schools. Rely on official government channels for accurate information regarding school closures.
| State | Update |
| Uttarakhand | Dehradun schools closed. Check local advisories. |
| Kerala | District holidays possible. Verify local notifications. |
| Delhi | Schools open. No official holiday. |
| Uttar Pradesh | Schools open. Local orders may apply. |
| Bihar | No statewide holiday. |
| Himachal Pradesh | Local decisions possible if conditions worsen. |
| Maharashtra | Schools open. Check district notifications. |
| Gujarat | Follow local district advisories. |
